(Me, Todd and a forever changed skyline.)
Do you remember where you were when you heard about the 9-11-01 attack?
NY's brother Gary phoned and told us to turn on the TV. When Gary said an American Airlines plane had hit the tower in NYC many things went through my head ... continue reading...

Hanauma Bay, Hawaii - Me and Diane - October 1975
Dieting. Isn't that a taboo word that we never admit to doing.
As a teenager who was out to please mom and the boyfriend, I tried many ways to stay thin. The boyfriend could tell if I weighed 93 lbs or 97 lbs. He ... continue reading...

Brian and The Princess at Timpanogas Caves, July 2006
Yesterday afternoon was a typical "Crazy Mom" experience with my son Brian. I was in the office on the computer and NY was running an errand. When I heard the kitchen/garage door handle rattling I thought it was NY trying to ... continue reading...

Yesterday afternoon there was a knock on our front door. When NY answered it he found the little kid from around the corner standing on the porch. Tristan is his name and he wanted to know if our grandson Monkey Boy could play. NY explained that Monkey Boy would arrive shortly. ... continue reading...

Did I really read the ending first? You bet I did!!
I do not like surprises. I wanted to know who if any characters died and if the ending was a happy one. Now, I'm reading the book from the beginning without the thrill of anticipation that causes me to pace in movie ... continue reading...